Norway

Question 1

explain the features of norway

Answer 1

2600km2 was covered in ice in the last ice age
largest ice cap is Jostedalsbreen the mountainous regions of south Norway
was barren and tundra 2000 years ago
over time, flora and fauna came

Question 2

why is norway a good place for tourism?

Answer 2

the glaciated landscape provides opportunities like
local employment
flooded fjords: tourism transport and fishing

Question 3

what are the examples of the landscapes that offer opportunities

Answer 3

flooded glaciated valley
kame terraces
hanging valleys

Question 4

what is fishing like in Norway?

Answer 4

many salmon farms found within fjords, the deep clean fjord means the salmon is in good condition > good health

Question 5

what type of energy do Norway use?

Answer 5

HEP ( hydro electric power )
this is because Norway has good conditions for it with the steep narrow valleys can be dammed at different heights allow HEP to generate energy

Question 6

what is a natural factor/reason to why norway use HEP

Answer 6

there is high rainfall and snow melt meaning there is fresh water supplies

Question 7

why is fjords a problem for transport?

Answer 7

road building is hard with presence of fjords, however is beautiful for tourists

Question 8

what is the big environmental concern?

Answer 8

“are natural resources use and developed to provide local employment or should it be protected”